In the Gym at Elizabeth Ide

Keeping Score!

2012-01-29T19:34:00.000-08:00

Students will start the week by watching a short video for Jump Rope for Heart. Students will learn about people they can help and how to do it safely! Donations are due by February 24th. Class by class progress will be monitored as students bring in their envelopes.

The rest of the week students will start to keep score for bowling in their groups.

Bowling

2012-01-22T20:34:00.000-08:00

First and second grade will start bowling tomorrow! Students will be learning bowling etiquette, while working together in different groups as they learn to score their turns.

**Wednesday 1/25 is an early dismissal. AM Kindergarten will attend that day.

Jump Rope for Heart!

2012-01-16T18:15:00.000-08:00

Look for information and a save the date notice going home within the next week! This is such a great cause to raise money for. Hopefully we can be just as successful as we have been the past four years! During the time that students will be getting donations students will be learning different heart facts as well as spending time jumping rope!

Our celebration will be on February 24th!

Healthy start to a new year!

2012-01-08T20:57:00.001-08:00

Kindergarten will be learning about different aspects of health over the next few weeks. This week will be talking about taking care of everyday tasks to stay healthy!

**The weather has been great for the month of January but please remember to send coats, hats, and gloves with your child as we have outside recess unless the conditions are too bad.

Happy and Healthy New Year!

2012-01-02T20:43:00.000-08:00

Welcome Back!

Hope everyone had a relaxing and restful break! As we return to school this first week of January, first and second grade will be starting their pillow hockey unit.

Please look for Jump Rope for Heart information going home in the next few weeks!

Holiday Fun!

2011-12-11T21:10:00.001-08:00

As we head into break...
First and second grade will be finishing their tennis unit this week with a few days to have some fun with different holiday games. Classroom parties will take place on Friday at 2pm. Have a great break! I look forward to seeing everyone after the new year!

Scooter Safety

2011-12-04T19:18:00.000-08:00

Kindergarten will start using scooters this week. Students are encouraged to move safely while learning to get around in new ways as we near break. Once the students demonstrate this, scooter games will be introduced!

Tennis

2011-11-27T18:19:00.000-08:00

Students will start our tennis unit stressing safety and control. A lot of time will be spent building confidence through individual skills. This is accomplished by working with over sized balls and smaller racquets. As students go through this unit, they will demonstrate skills working in partners and groups. The focus of this unit is for students to learn the skills needed for this fun sport, which means time will not be spent playing actual games but more time for related activities.

Happy Thanksgiving!

2011-11-18T06:23:00.001-08:00

With two days left before break we have wrapped up our kickball unit. When we return from break first and second grade will be starting our new tennis unit! Students will spend time developing eye hand coordination skills as well as learning proper technique for tennis.

Starting Monday, Kindergarten classes will come to P.E. on the following days.
Finn: Monday and Friday
Mazurowski: Tuesday and Thursday
Kreps: Wednesday

Have a great break!

Kickball!

2011-11-07T18:00:00.000-08:00

Students in first and second grade are starting their kickball unit this week. They will be learning the rules as well as the importance of team play. This week will be spent on skills needed to play kickball. Kindergarten has started their dance unit this week and will continue into next week.

No school Friday! Happy Veterans Day!

Halloween Week!

2011-10-30T18:50:00.000-07:00

This week starts off with Halloween. In the gym we will review how to be safe on Halloween, followed by a Halloween activity! On Tuesday, Mr. Tiede will be at Ide during gym classes to review bus safety and practice a bus evacuation. The rest of the week we will conclude our dance unit. Students in second grade will be able to demonstrate their square dancing skills.

SQUIRM!

2011-10-23T18:45:00.001-07:00

This Monday, second grade classes will be doubled up to create time for one last rehearsal of the musical Squirm. Second grade students will be performing Monday night at Lakeview Jr. High.

**Thursday(10/27) is a early dismissal for students**

Bus Safety Week

2011-10-16T19:03:00.000-07:00

Students will be learning about bus safety over the next week, and will practice a bus evacuation with Mr. Tiede in the upcoming weeks. Please remind your children to practice safety at all times on and around buses!

Short Week!

2011-10-10T20:20:00.000-07:00

Hopefully we all come back rested after this long weekend. We will continue to take advantage of the nice weather this week by going outside. Kindergarten will continue to work on throwing and catching through practice and games.

Four Square!

2011-10-02T20:38:00.000-07:00

First grade will be learning to play four square this week! Second grade will have a chance to practice as well as they finish their basketball unit. Four square is a great game for students to develop problem solving skills as well as interacting with others. This also gives first grade a chance to work on their throwing and catching skills.

Having a ball this fall!

2011-09-25T21:03:00.000-07:00

First grade continues working with their unit as second grade is currently practicing skills and team concepts needed in basketball. Students will demonstrate their abilities while including everyone to achieve their goals.

**Friday is a half-day for students which means only first grade will have gym that day. **

Have a great week!

Keep your eye on the ball!

2011-09-18T20:54:00.000-07:00

First grade will be starting a unit stressing eye-hand coordination, control and cooperation. Students will be working on tossing and catching, balancing peacock feathers, juggling and more!

Saving Space!

2011-09-11T17:44:00.000-07:00

Kindergarten will be learning about their own personal space and spacial awareness this next week. After the first few weeks all grades have done a great job being respectful and courteous to classmates. First and second grade will continue their tumbling and movement unit this week.

Happy Labor Day!

2011-09-05T10:47:00.000-07:00

After we return from Labor Day weekend, Elizabeth Ide will be introducing our PBIS program. We we spend three days teaching ways to be respectable, responsible and safe. On Friday we will have a celebration for the students in the afternoon! Have a great week!

Welcome Back!

2011-08-25T06:14:00.000-07:00

It was great to see parents and students yesterday for Open House! Hopefully we are well rested and ready to start a safe and exciting new year.

**Kindergarten** Please remember to send gym shoes with your child the days they have gym! Thank you!

Summer!

2011-06-05T20:11:00.001-07:00

Have a safe and enjoyable summer! Don't forget to stay active and be healthy!

All School Picnic!

2011-05-30T20:37:00.000-07:00

Welcome back for the last few days of school after a nice long weekend! This week will Kindergarten will have graduation and we will conclude the week with the Picnic on Friday!

P,Q,R,S, and T

2011-05-23T04:28:00.000-07:00

This Thursday is Sports Day, so don't forget to wear your favorite jersey or sports shirt! Top your head with a hat day follows on Friday!

K, L, M, N and O

2011-05-16T04:23:00.000-07:00

This week during the ABC countdown students will have Lion Day and wear Ide gear, and listen to Music in the classroom for "M" day. At the end of the week students will be Outside to read for "O" day! Tuesday and Wednesday this week Ms. Wyse will be joining with her class in the gym to meet the kindergartners with some music activities! This is a great chance to have students be excellent role models and for kindergartners to see what is expected as they get ready for next year.

F,G,H, I and J

2011-05-08T19:25:00.001-07:00

The letters this week...Students will be having Game Day on Tuesday and will be sharing jokes for "J" day! We will also be outside as much as possible discussing health risks and working with our outdoor games unit. Don't forget the early dismissal Friday!

ABC Countdown

2011-05-01T17:42:00.000-07:00

This week starts the last 26 days of school. To make it fun, Elizabeth Ide has something planned for each day left of school based on the letter starting with A on Monday! Thursday will be "Dance" day where the students will get to review some of the dances they learned this year in gym.

Tennis!

2011-04-24T17:54:00.000-07:00

This past week "Ace" the tennis dog and friends came to Elizabeth Ide for an assembly. Students participated in answering trivia questions and a few even were able to participate in a tennis activity. Elizabeth Ide will also be incorporating tennis into the curriculum next year! Students will learn the basic skills to give them the confidence to succeed as they go on.

Sportsmanship

2011-04-17T21:22:00.000-07:00

Weather permitting, PE will be outside to play soccer this week as students have focused on developing skills and have stressed the importance of sportsmanship. With Elizabeth Ide staff using PBIS this year to teach positive behaviors, students understand what good "sports" look like. Hopefully this will continue throughout the rest of the year!

Soccer

2011-04-10T18:29:00.000-07:00

With our team work unit over, students should have a good understanding of the importance of working as a group to achieve a certain goal. The next week will be dedicated to individual soccer skills as well as being able to work in groups or partners.

Welcome Back!

2011-04-03T19:40:00.000-07:00

With the weather cooperating we will try to take advantage of the nice days ahead. Mr. Martin will be teaching a few more team activities prior to starting our soccer unit!

Spring Break!

2011-03-25T12:13:00.000-07:00

Have a great spring break! Come back refreshed for the last few months of school!

There is no "I" in team

2011-03-20T18:52:00.000-07:00

This week, Mr. Martin will be stressing the importance of team work to complete several tasks and activities. Students will be able to use problem solving ideas as well as relying on others to help them to achieve certain goals. Our teamwork unit is usually a lot of fun while the students are able to develop a variety of skills from social skills to strategies for problem solving. We will continue this unit after break as well!

Recreation!

2011-03-13T20:25:00.000-07:00

As the weather continues to become warmer, students will have more opportunities to go outside for recess. Please remember to dress appropriately for the weather!

Kindergarten has done a great job demonstrating climbing technique as well as safety while using the rock wall this past week!

Jump Rope Total!

2011-03-06T11:09:00.000-08:00

Students from Elizabeth Ide easily succeeded our goal of 6000 dollars. Elizabeth Ide raised over 7,400 dollars this year! This marks the fourth consecutive year that we have participated in Jump Rope for heart. Thank you for all those who donated to a worthy cause and to all the students for participating!

**Mr. Martin will be starting kickball with all grades this week, focusing on basic skills prior to playing games.

Student Teacher

2011-02-27T19:56:00.000-08:00

Mr. Martin will be joining our team for the next six weeks as he completes his student teaching experience at Elizabeth Ide. Please welcome him to the district!

I can not express my gratitude enough for everyone that helped make Jump Rope for Heart such a success. The students had a great time learning about healthy hearts while having a competition between classes. A special thank you to Mrs. Mazurowski for taking time out to come share her heart story with our students.

Takes a Heart!

2011-02-20T08:25:00.000-08:00

With one week to go, we are already half way to our school goal of $6000. With most turn ins happening the last few days, it looks like we should reach our goal. Thank you to all those that have already donated and to the students that make this event a success!

Jump Rope for Heart Facts

2011-02-13T18:14:00.000-08:00

Fact 1: More than 82 million American adults are estimated to have one or more types of cardiovascular disease.

Fact 2: On average, 2200 Americans die of cardiovascular disease each day.

*Facts provided by the American Heart Association*

Thank you to all those that have already started turning in your collections. We hope to make this years' event even more successful than in the past!

Bowling!

2011-02-06T19:46:00.000-08:00

This week all three grades will be starting bowling. Scoring, rules, taking turns and cooperation will be stressed so that the students can get the most out of this unit. First and Second grade will be learning to score after a few days.

Please remember to keep asking for donations for Jump Rope for Heart!

Jump Rope for Heart

2011-01-30T18:34:00.000-08:00

Students will be learning jump rope activities over the next few weeks, while learning of the benefits to exercise! As students raise money for the American Heart Association they also learn how they are directly helping others live better lives as a result. Mrs. Mazurowski has offered to share her story with us this year! She will be sharing with the students during Jump Rope for Heart week(Feb. 22nd).

PBIS

2011-01-21T06:26:00.000-08:00

Next week, January 24-28, Elizabeth Ide will be implementing an approach to discipline called Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS). PBIS is a proactive systems approach to establishing the behavioral supports and social culture needed for all students in a school to achieve social, emotional, and academic success.

We will begin by establishing clear expectations for behavior that will be taught, modeled, and reinforced across all settings and by all staff. Our week will culminate with a juggling celebration assembly.

Basketball

2011-01-16T18:08:00.000-08:00

Skills and Team cooperation will be stressed over the next week! Students will be able to practice dribbling passing and shooting while making their classmates better teammates. Enjoy the day off tomorrow, come back ready to work!

Back in full swing!

2011-01-09T15:58:00.000-08:00

Our pillow hockey unit is under way with great success! Students have been practicing safe technique and awesome team play. In addition to learning positions students are doing a fantastic job using strategies to help their team.

Welcome Back!

2011-01-02T14:30:00.000-08:00

I hope everyone had a relaxing and safe break! As we return to school, first and second grade will begin with pillow hockey, followed by basketball. In the next few weeks the students will also start fundraising for our annual Jump Rope for Heart. Help support a great cause!

Winter Break

2010-12-19T17:55:00.000-08:00

Have a Fun and Safe break!

Scootin' into break

2010-12-12T17:00:00.000-08:00

This week all grade levels will be participating in some winter games while using scooters. After break we will return and start several team units! Have a good last week before break!

Dress Warm!

2010-12-04T14:21:00.001-08:00

With the first snow fall upon us, I would like to remind you that students must dress appropriately for the weather. Students are sometimes limited to the blacktop instead of going up the hill because they do not come to school with boots and snow pants. We will try going outside as much as the weather allows us so please send your child with warm coats, hats, and gloves as well!

Parent Teacher Conferences

2010-11-28T17:22:00.001-08:00

The Specials(Art, Music, and PE) team will be around after school on Thursday for conferences.

During this shortened week students will be working on cooperation as they will complete a variety of activities using the parachute and scooters! Students completed their dance unit and did a fantastic job working with various partners. Keep up the good work!

Have a good break!

2010-11-21T17:24:00.000-08:00

This short week will go by fast as we finish our dance unit. Second grade has done a great job learning new square dances, while first grade is learning other dances.

Happy Thanksgiving! Have a good break!

Square Dancing!

2010-11-14T21:23:00.000-08:00

Second grade begins square dancing this week! More important than learning the steps, students are taught the importance of working in groups and partners, and considering the feelings of others. While students are having fun doing a unit that is very different than any other this year, they learn more than dance skills over the next few weeks.

Germs!

2010-11-07T09:15:00.000-08:00

During this shortened week, students will be learning how quickly germs spread and what we can do to prevent this. 1st and 2nd grade will also be discussing other ways to take care of themselves and taking responsibility for their health.

Veteran's Day is Thursday! Thank a veteran!

Healthy After Halloween!

2010-10-31T17:20:00.000-07:00

It's easy to become less active and eat more as the weather becomes cooler. Fight that urge and stay healthy! Mr. Albanese will be discussing several health related topics over the next two weeks. Ask your child what they have learned and how they plan to stay healthy and take care of themselves.

Bus Safety

2010-10-24T19:04:00.000-07:00

This week students at Ide will be spending a day during gym class reviewing the bus procedures. Bus Evacuations will take place at the end to wrap up should the students need to get off of a bus in an emergency. Please help review these rules and procedures with your child!

Student Teacher!

2010-10-17T16:06:00.000-07:00

Mr. Albanese will be joining us at Elizabeth Ide for the next 8 weeks. He is a very active and motivated student at Eastern Illinois. While he has a wide variety of experiences, his focus is on obtaining a physical education degree and becoming a PE/Health teacher and a coach. Please welcome him to our district!

Change of Pace

2010-10-11T03:57:00.000-07:00

During this short week in P.E., students will be learning to take their heart rates. First they will do this at rest, then after various exercises and warm-ups through out the week. We will also discuss other effects and benefits of exercise. Students will also try to maintain a sustained pace for a short time, with different students leading runs this week.

Fitness Fun!

2010-10-03T20:50:00.000-07:00

Students will be setting goals while learning about different fitness concepts. They will be encouraged to work to improve over a long period of time. Hopefully, students will see the gains they have made in various areas. This week, endurance, strength and flexibility will be stressed. Through exercise students will be able to improve in these areas. Ask your children which exercises relate to what area of fitness.

Four Square

2010-09-26T17:12:00.000-07:00

This week first and second grade students will be learning how to play four square. In addition to working together will a group of partners, and catching and bouncing; students are also able to develop problem solving skills and spend more time playing rather than arguing. After all, students learn the best when they are enjoying a game!

Kindergarten

2010-09-19T20:55:00.001-07:00

As we finish up this first month of school, kindergarten students have done a great job practicing various brain gyms, warm ups, and animal walks. Even though kindergarten does not come to gym every day, they are able demonstrate everything that they have learned and continue to practice safety and cooperation.

-Please remember to send gym shoes with your child if they do not wear them to school. It makes it very difficult for them to participate in boots, crocs, flip flops, etc. Thank you!

Ball Control

2010-09-12T14:42:00.000-07:00

Students over the past week have been working in partners throwing and catching. They have done a fantastic job, trying their best and helping make their partners better. This upcoming week students will spend more time working on various skills. Students will get into basic juggling and a few reaction games!

Curriculum Night

2010-09-04T18:37:00.000-07:00

It was great to see all of you at open house! This year has started out great, and students are putting forth great effort and interacting positively with one another. This Thursday is 1st and 2nd grade curriculum night, feel free to stop by either before or after you make it to your child's class. I look forward to seeing all of you!

Thanks for being a good sport!

2010-08-27T09:53:00.000-07:00

As we finish the first week of school, students have reviewed and learned rules and procedures that apply to P.E. class. We have also spent some time with activities where students demonstrate respect and good sportsmanship. Ask your children about different ways they were "good sports" in P.E. this week. This next week as well as the rest of the year, students will work on trying their best and trying to constantly improve in everything they do!

Welcome to a New Year!

2010-08-22T21:35:00.000-07:00

There is a lot of news as we start a brand new year at Elizabeth Ide! First off, we have a new gym floor, as well as new floors throughout the rest of Ide. Be sure to check out the new look during our Open House. Lastly, Ide will have a few student teachers throughout the year. One of these will be Mr. Albanese in the gym for most of October and November. I look forward to seeing all of you during the Open House! Have a great year!

All School Picnic

2010-05-23T20:34:00.000-07:00

We start off the last full week of school with the letter "T" and students in the gym will be participating in tug-o-war competitions. The week will end with our all school picnic where students will be spending the day doing various stations. Thank you to all the parents that have volunteered to make this event possible!

Letters : O,P,Q,R,S

2010-05-16T13:18:00.000-07:00

With two full weeks left of school students will be outside as much as possible(weather permitting). Emphasis will be on cooperation and fair play as the students are reviewing activities already done this year.

Jumping Around!

2010-05-09T09:33:00.000-07:00

This week starts with J day where students will demonstrate their jump rope abilities from Kindergarten to Second grade. The progress the students have made from the beginning of the year is unbelievable!

Unique Success!

2010-05-02T13:24:00.001-07:00

This past friday students at Elizabeth Ide participated in a unique assembly (gameshow), which gave students opportunities to recall facts learned throughout the year according to subject and grade. On top of that it was Dance day in the gym and students reviewed several dances from our unit!

Back to the ABC's

2010-04-23T11:42:00.000-07:00

Starting in the middle of next week, Elizabeth Ide will be starting our ABC countdown with the last 26 days of school. Students will be participating in different activities in P.E. according to each letter that has to do with something that they learned this year.

Open House next week: April 29th

Hope to see you all there!

Hydration!

2010-04-18T16:53:00.000-07:00

As it gets warmer as we all need to remember to stay hydrated. With the weather cooperating students are outside sometimes three times a day. Physical activity is great but we need to remember to replenish our bodies with what it needs....WATER!

Kickin' it around

2010-04-09T11:47:00.001-07:00

Soccer for all grades will start Monday April 12th. Students will be learning positions, the importance of team play and skills needed to excel in soccer. Even though we have finished our health unit, students will continue to reflect on the importance of everyday habits and exercising to stay healthy!

Food Pyramid

2010-04-04T19:14:00.000-07:00

As we return to school, students will continue to practice healthy habits while learning about the food pyramid. Kindergarten will be finishing their rock climbing, and are doing a fantastic job while being safe!

Spring Break

2010-03-29T15:57:00.000-07:00

Have a Great Spring Break!

A Healthy Start to spring break

2010-03-21T20:57:00.000-07:00

First and Second grade will be discussing different aspects of their health this week leading up to spring break. Germs, exercise, healthy habits, safety, and nutrition will all be covered while students will be playing games to reinforce these topics.

-Don't forget first grade has their musical this Wednesday!

Day Light Savings

2010-03-14T15:47:00.000-07:00

With the change in time, it gives us an extra hour to exercise while it's still light out! Both grades are continuing their respective units but are eagerly waiting to get outside. First grade has done a fantastic job working in teams to complete tasks and compete in games.

Together Everyone Achieves More

2010-03-08T06:01:00.000-08:00

This week students in first grade will begin a team work unit where they understand the importance of working together and encouraging everyone. Second grade will be starting their cupstacking unit, which will mix in the ability to work individually as well as part of a team for relays!

3 in a row

2010-03-01T21:08:00.000-08:00

This will be the third year in a row that Elizabeth Ide has raised over five thousand dollars for the American Heart Association and their efforts to help people with heart disease. Our grand total for the 2009-2010 Jump Rope for Heart is $5,697.00

As we conclude the second trimester, students will be finishing their bowling units. Students in second grade are working on totaling their scores while first grade is adding up pins in each frame.

Thank you!

2010-02-21T20:37:00.001-08:00

A big thank you goes out to the families at Elizabeth Ide for supporting Jump Rope for Heart. Thank you for helping your child collect donations and getting them get excited about helping others. All donations will need to be turned in by this Thursday. After that I will not be able to send any more donations in.
As a school and grade we had some pretty high goals. While we didn't reach them, we did come close and had fun tracking our progress. As a school we have raised 4328 dollars that was turned in. Online and late turn in donations have not been accounted for yet.

Thank you gifts will be passed out 3-4 weeks after all donations have been sent in. Thank you again for supporting Jump Rope for Heart and the American Heart Association.

Celebration

2010-02-15T20:50:00.000-08:00

Jump Rope for Heart is taking place this week with students enjoying various jump rope activities and participating in a celebration for their efforts in raising donations for the American Heart Association. While our goal is still in reach we have a ways to go. With one week to go students have brought in over $1100 dollars!

Jump Into the Cause

2010-02-07T20:23:00.000-08:00

Students have already started bringing in donations. This week and next each grade will be learning heart facts. Every day they will learn about the causes, warning signs, and ways that their contributions help!

Square your set

2010-02-01T05:38:00.000-08:00

Second grade is beginning square dancing this week. Emphasis is put on learning the basics, positions and considering others' feelings while having fun. Students have done a great job so far with their dance unit and have learned some new and interesting warm ups.

Reminder: Jump Rope for Heart turn in is the week of February 15th.

Dancing!

2010-01-24T18:17:00.000-08:00

Dancing is a great way to be active while having fun doing it. Students enjoy the different dances that they learn each year, while reviewing a few they have done before. All grades will be learning dances with difficulty increasing in each grade. Ask your son or daughter which dances they have been learning over the next couple of weeks.

Please remember to support Jump Rope for Heart. Each grade is participating in a friendly competition against the other grades for a reward during gym class.

Jump Rope for Heart!

2010-01-18T14:27:00.000-08:00

This is the third year in a row that Elizabeth Ide will participate in Jump Rope for Heart. All grades will be doing jump rope activities during the week leading up to February 19th. Students will be shown a video, explaining the ways to get donations.

This is a great cause please support our students and our school as we hope to have another successful year!

Face Off!

2010-01-10T20:03:00.000-08:00

This week pillow hockey will be in full swing! Students have spent time all last week demonstrating skills needed to play. Students will get a chance to play many positions and many games throughout the week. Because this is an intense physical activity, the games will be short with plenty of time to rest.

Welcome Back!

2010-01-03T12:09:00.000-08:00

With the start of a new year we are back in full swing with a new unit. Pillow hockey will be introduced with emphasis on skills and safety. While the sticks we will be using are padded, their is still a risk for injury. Once skills are learned students, will learn positions and play games.

Jump Rope for Heart will be February 19th this year!

Winter Break

2009-12-13T17:27:00.000-08:00

With one week left before break students will be working on cooperation through a couple of games and activities. Units for this trimester include pillow hockey, dance, cupstacking, bowling, and more, which we will start as we return from break.

Have a safe, enjoyable break and come back ready to go!

Character Counts!

2009-12-06T18:47:00.000-08:00

As we finish up our kickball unit, we will be spending time discussing the Character Counts pillars and how we can relate them to both P.E. class and outside of the gym. Students will be discussing how they feel and how they think they should treat others. Time will be spent in stations this week as we review what we have learned this first trimester!

We also need to continue to dress warm as we expect snow over the next few weeks before break. Good Job so far!

Change of Schedule!

2009-11-29T12:23:00.000-08:00

Kindergarten this week starts a new schedule. Please make sure your son or daughter has gym shoes for the correct day of the week.
Here is the schedule for the next trimester...
Mrs. Finn's class- Monday and Thursday
Mrs. Krep's class- Tuesday
Mrs. Mazurowski's class- Wednesday and Friday

Kindergarten will also be starting jump rope this week!

KICKBALL

2009-11-22T11:58:00.000-08:00

As we approach the end of the trimester, students have finished the basketball unit and are moving onto another team sport. Kickball is a great sport for cooperation. Students will need to work together, while working on skills that can be applied to other sports such as baseball or softball. Rules will be covered this week and we will begin games when we get back from Thanksgiving break!

Scootin' along

2009-11-15T17:34:00.000-08:00

Kindergarten is starting to learn safety rules for using the scooters as they learn various games. Students know how the scooters should be used and the consequences for not using the scooters safely.
The weather is changing very rapidly as we approach December. Please send your children to school with appropriate clothing, and remind them to wear their jackets when going to and from school.

Stay Healthy!

2009-11-08T11:33:00.000-08:00

Please remember tips for staying healthy.
-Drink plenty of water
-Get proper rest
-Exercise everyday
-Wash hands often

While in the middle of the basketball unit, students are doing a fantastic job! More than just individual skills are stressed. In addition to staying healthy, students willing be learning team play and fairness as team sports are introduced. Enjoy the mid-week break!

There is no "I" in team!

2009-11-01T15:52:00.000-08:00

I hope everyone had a safe, long, relaxing weekend! As we start this week, both first grade and second grade will be starting their basketball units. Emphasis will be put on individual skills and improving everyday. As we proceed emphasis will switch to team play and sportsmanship.
Kindergarten has done a great job with throwing and catching and will continue to work on several skills over the next couple of weeks!

Bus Safety

2009-10-25T12:32:00.000-07:00

This Tuesday all grades will be spending gym times reviewing safety issues and the rules when on the bus. Students will also practice an evacuation drill at the end of class. Please review these rules with your children. The bus lanes are just for buses; please be sure to walk your children across to the sidewalk as buses can not always see everywhere around them.

Another note:
Halloween parties and parade around Elizabeth Ide will be this Thursday in the afternoon.

Get a grip!

2009-10-17T10:47:00.000-07:00

Thanks to Mr. O' Shea, the rock wall was put up last year in the gym at Elizabeth Ide. Students will be practicing safe climbing techniques over the next week. Students were also able to access the wall and the climbing ropes during gym night! Gym night had over 100 students signed up and a record number of parents volunteer. Thank you to all who helped make it a success!

Gym Night

2009-10-13T09:48:00.000-07:00

Gym Night will be this Friday (October 16th) from 5:45 until 8:00pm. Students will have an opportunity to go to each station, and show their skills in various activities. Some activities have been introduced during gym class while others have not yet. I am looking forward to seeing a lot of students having fun this Friday!

Fitness Fun

2009-10-04T17:49:00.000-07:00

Fitness is a life long concept and good habits start early. Students are learning about the different types of fitness through games and fitness testing. First grade is learning how to take their heart rate and feel for a pulse. Students in first and second are able to experience the difference in their heart rate before and after exercising!

Four Square

2009-09-27T18:10:00.000-07:00

Four square is a great game for students at the lower levels to play because it has so many aspects that students grasp as they learn how to play. Fair play, teamwork, communication, and taking turns are all part of this game. First grade will be learning how to play while second grade should improve upon their skills from last year. Ask your students about four square and how it is played.

Book Fair/Ice cream Social

2009-09-21T04:54:00.000-07:00

It was great to see so many people at the Book fair Thursday night. Thank you to all who helped make it a success.

This week in PE...

Students in first grade will be introduced to juggling, starting with the very basics, while second grade will be working with the cascade pattern using juggling scarves which will improve their self confidence. Kindergarten has done a great job with their movement unit and will continue to learn locomotor skills as well as other movements in the gym.

Having a ball this fall

2009-09-14T05:30:00.000-07:00

In PE this week students will demonstrate several ball exercises as a variety of skills are introduced and developed prior to our sport units. Skills such as dribbling, passing, hitting, will be worked on, and introduced at the lower grades. Kindergarten is spending time with movements both on the tumbling mats and off as they learn the expectations of gym class.

September 17th: This Thursday is the Ice Cream Social!

OPEN HOUSE

2009-09-07T17:52:00.000-07:00

Open house is this Wednesday for 1st and 2nd grade parents. I will be in the gym for introductions, after that you can find me in the common area with the other specials' teachers. Feel to stop by. I look forward to seeing all of you!

Students have done a great job working with various movements before we get into our other units. All grades will spend time this week working on their balance and controlled movements throughout the gym. We will also try to maximize the number of days we can be outside barring rain or bad weather!

Rolling into our first unit

2009-08-31T06:07:00.001-07:00

All grades at Ide will be in our movement unit, which includes tumbling and various locomotor skills. Students spent some time last week improving their balance. Safety will be stressed as we start using the mats for all of our movements.

Nestle water labels:
Last years Labels have been turned in and we are patiently awaiting our new gym equipment, however Nestle has decided not to continue the rewards program for the 2009/2010 school year. Thank you to everyone that has participated in the past!

Welcome back!

2009-08-24T06:52:00.000-07:00

Welcome to the 2009-2010 school year! Students in first and second grade will have gym class every day. Kindergarten will have it either once or twice a week depending on the trimester. I look forward to seeing all returning students and meeting all new incoming students!

Zoo-rific Picnic Success!

2009-05-31T20:19:00.000-07:00

The bad weather held out for a great day for the Elizabeth Ide Picnic. There were several stations for the students to choose from and I think all the students had a blast. Thank you to all the parents that made the event a success.

Please encourage your children to stay active and healthy this summer, as we will be talking about ways to do that this last week of school in P.E.